5 Travel Trends Set to Take Off in 2025

Every year, travel industry leaders like Skyscanner, Expedia, and Booking.com share their forecasts to help you rethink your next adventures. Some of these trends have become true sources of inspiration, reshaping how we travel.

From emerging travel styles to destinations gaining popularity, here are five major trends to watch out for in 2025. Get ready to dream, plan, and most importantly, travel!

Trend #1: Spending the Kids’ Inheritance

Boomers have found their own version of the millennials' famous YOLO (You Only Live Once). This new approach, dubbed SKI (Spending Kids' Inheritance), involves using the money meant for inheritance to indulge in extraordinary experiences. The goal is to treat yourself here and now instead of saving for the next generation.

Dreaming of a grand trip to kick off your retirement and reward yourself? What are you waiting for? Go for it! In fact, group travel agencies like G Adventures have started offering adventure itineraries for the 50-plus crowd to help you step out of your comfort zone.

A great compromise might be to gift your children or grandchildren a multigenerational trip. This increasingly popular travel style emphasizes shared experiences rather than accumulating material possessions.

Trend #2: Discovering the Joy of Disconnecting

When everything moves too fast, slowing down becomes a luxury. That’s where JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) comes into play, teaching you to savour calmness and let go of endless to-do lists of things to see, do, and explore.

After a year of constant hustle, you deserve a well-earned break. Whether it’s an isolated cabin in the mountains, a wellness retreat, or an all-inclusive resort with a luxurious spa, your only goal is to recharge your batteries.

Embrace this trend and reconnect with what matters most: yourself, your loved ones, and the beauty of nature. It’s your chance to slow down, enjoy life’s simple pleasures, and disconnect from the daily whirlwind.

Trend #3: Immersing Yourself in Film and TV Worlds

Are you a movie buff? Cine-tourism is for you! This trend involves travelling to discover iconic locations where your favourite films and series were shot.

Film and television productions strongly influence travellers’ destination choices, and this phenomenon shows no signs of slowing down. If you’ve visited Croatia after watching Game of Thrones, you know how filming locations can add a new dimension to your trips.

In 2025, get ready to explore Dubai, made even more popular thanks to Dubai Bling. Thailand will draw fans of White Lotus, and South Korea will become a must-see with the new season of Squid Game. Paris remains a favourite thanks to season 4 of Emily in Paris, while Bath and Greenwich in the UK shine thanks to season 3 of Bridgerton. So why settle for a Netflix marathon when you can live out your favourite series in real life?

Trend #4: Adding Off-the-Beaten-Path Detours

Classic destinations like Paris or Barcelona will always be crowd favourites, but 2025 is the year to dare to explore beyond these must-sees. As local tourism takes a step back, lesser-known destinations are starting to shine brightly.

For instance, if you’re visiting Tokyo, why not take a detour to Fukuoka to discover a different side of Japan? Similarly, if Paris is on your list, a quick trip to Reims for authentic champagne just an hour away by train could transform your journey into an unforgettable experience. These detours, highlighted in Expedia’s Horizons 2025 report, add originality to your itineraries while steering you away from the crowds.

Trend #5: Chasing Natural Phenomena

The year 2024 spoiled us with awe-inspiring natural phenomena visible from home. Who could forget the solar eclipse that swept across eastern Canada or the northern lights visible in many northern hemisphere cities last spring?

If these events sparked a sense of wonder in you, you’re not alone. In 2025, the trend of chasing natural phenomena is set to grow even bigger.

Volcanoes, geysers, and hot springs continue to attract travellers, but nocturnal tourism is also gaining ground. According to a Booking.com report, 60% of travellers want to visit destinations with minimal light pollution to marvel at star-filled skies.

Places like Norway, where the northern lights illuminate the sky, or San Pedro de Atacama in Chile, renowned for its clear night skies, promise breathtaking natural spectacles.

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